Marangu Route
Duration
6 Days
Start
Moshi
End
Moshi
Transport
Transfer include
6 Days Marangu Route
Safari Overview
The Marangu route might be one of the cheapest and quickest routes to the summit, but it still has plenty of wow moments in store for you. You still get to dive into the mountain’s nature on different trails and enjoy the view from the top.
The downside: it can be quite busy, especially during peak season, you have less time to get used to the altitude, and you take the same route for your descent which is why you get to see less of the spectacular scenery.
However, if you’re not too much into camping, you’ll be happy to hear that this route offers hut accommodation. And one last fun fact: it’s also called the “Coca-Cola” route… just in case you want to impress your fellow hikers and guides
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What you'll Experience on this Tour
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Day by Day
Full Itinerary
When you arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport our African Specialist guide is there waiting for you. He then drops you off at your hotel, where you can relax from your flight.
Preparation for your climb: You meet your guide before the start of your climb, where he briefs you and offers advice on what to wear, what to pack, and other important tips to make your climb as comfortable as possible.
- Overnight
Name of Accommodation
In the early morning, your guide takes you from the hotel to Marangu Gate at 1,860 m. The initial part of the trek takes you through coffee and banana plantations, as well as untouched rainforest. Take this opportunity to admire the stunning views of lush vegetation and diverse wildlife along the way. After a seven-hour hike, you reach the Mandara Huts.
In the afternoon, you can choose to visit the Maundi Crater, a volcanic crater near the huts, or simply relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. As this is your first day at this altitude, remember to drink plenty of water!
- Altitude: 1,870m to 2,720m
- Hiking distance: 8 km / 5 miles
- Hiking time: 4–5 hours
From Mandara Huts, the landscape slowly changes. You trek through picturesque landscapes, encounter unique flora and fauna, and immerse yourself in the majestic beauty of Mount Kilimanjaro.
The higher you go, the less vegetation can be seen and the more it starts to look like a lunar landscape. The air also grows thinner with altitude. Experience the thrill of ascending higher, as you make your way to the cozy and comfortable Horombo Huts for dinner and overnight.
- Altitude: 2,720m to 3,720m
- Hiking distance: 11 km / 6.8 miles
- Hiking time: 5–6 hours
Today is your additional acclimatization day. After breakfast, you go for a hike towards Kibo Huts and back. This gives your body ample time to get used to the altitude.
After lunch, you have the opportunity to take some pictures of the Mawenzi Volcano, discover the area or just rest. Have a good night's sleep at the Horombo Huts again to be ready for the next day
- Altitude: 2,200 m – 2,780 m
- Hiking distance: 7 km
- Hiking time: 5 hours time
Witness the dramatic landscape change as your hike leads through a kind of Alpine desert to a point between the two famous mountain peaks Kibo and Mawenzi.
The landscape here is more open and bare and offers less shelter. The hike is challenging, but the thrill of approaching the majestic summit of Mount Kilimanjaro drives you to keep going. You arrive at Kibo Huts Camp for lunch. Don't forget to drink plenty of water and make sure you relax for the big day ahead!
- Altitude: 3,720m to 4,703m
- Hiking distance: 10 km / 6.2 miles
- Hiking time: 6–7 hours
At night you start your ascent to conquer the majestic Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa! The biggest challenge lies in the first part of this climb, until you reach Gilman's Point. From here, Uhuru Peak is not far away, and relatively easy to climb.
Once at the summit, enjoy a beautiful sunrise, which is quite impressive at this height! You descend through the Kibo Huts Camp down to the Horombo Huts, where you have dinner and overnight. You are on your feet for about twelve hours today, so prepare for a challenging but rewarding day!
- Altitude: 4,703m to 5,895m (Uhuru Peak), then down to 3,720m
- Hiking distance: 22 km / 13.7 miles
- Hiking time: 10–14 hours (6–8 hours to summit, 4–6 hours descent)
Your incredible journey comes to an end as you descend to Marangu Gate, the exit of Kilimanjaro National Park. This wonderful five to six-hour walk takes you through beautiful forests.
Once at Marangu Gate, your guide drives you back to the hotel for a well-deserved rest and a celebration of your remarkable achievement. Unforgettable memories, breathtaking views, and a true sense of accomplishment await and will stay with you forever!
- Altitude: 2,200 m – 2,780 m
- Hiking distance: 7 km
- Hiking time: 5 hours time
Kilimanjaro Marangu Route
per person sharing
6 Day Climb
1 Pax
$3424
2 Pax
$2608
3 Pax
$2385
4 Pax
$2297
5 Pax
$2258
6 Pax
$2195
- Full board (breakfast, lunch & dinner) accommodation.
- All game drives viewing in a custom built 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser
- All park and entrance fees
- Transportation with 4×4 vehicles with viewing roofs
- Professional English-speaking driver/guide or other language as specified during the safari.
- Bottled water in safari vehicles
- Ngorongoro Crater car supplement fee if itinerary includes crater.
- Current Government taxes and levies
- 24-Hour support during the safari from our office in Moshi.
- Internal or International flights
- Transfers to and from the airport
- Balloon excursion (US$600 pp)
- Entry visa to Tanzania.
- Travel and health insurance
- Gratuities to your guide, hotel staff, and porters
- Meals, drinks, and excursions not described in the itinerary
- Any other items of a personal nature, laundry, telephone and postage
- Item of personal Nature
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